Description
Aluminum wire scrap is used in recycling and secondary metal production.
Aluminum wire scrap is a valuable, recyclable, non-ferrous material sourced from electrical cabling, industrial components, and, increasingly, as a cost-effective alternative to copper. Common grades include clean bare wire (“Talon”), alloyed wire (“Tassel”), and insulated cable, with prices heavily influenced by cleanliness, purity, and insulation removal.
Key Details for Aluminum Wire Scrap:
- Types & Grades:
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- Bare Aluminum Wire/Cable: Clean, uninsulated wire (often ISRI code TALON) holds higher value.
- Insulated Aluminum Wire: Requires removal of plastic/rubber coating to reach higher, “clean” prices.
- Alloyed/Mixed Wire: Includes 6063, 6060, and 6061 alloys often used in extrusion (ISRI code TASSEL).
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- Recycling & Value:
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- Stripping insulation from larger cables (e.g., 750 MCM) can double or triple the payout, though it is not usually recommended for smaller, thinner wires.
- Burnt aluminum wire is significantly less valuable due to impurities.
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- Common Sources: Industrial wiring, electrical appliances (refrigerators, washers), AC units, and construction waste.
- Industry Standards: Often sold under ISRI codes such as “Talon” (clean aluminum wire) and “Tassel” (aluminum wire and cable).
